What are the benefits and functions of stinky tofu? How to preserve stinky tofu

Stinky tofu is soft and smooth, and exudes a unique fragrance. Our ancestors praised it as "the taste is so good, it is a delicacy that should not be passed on to others". It not only has high nutritional value, but also has good medicinal value. Today I will share with you in detail how to preserve stinky tofu and what to pay attention to when eating stinky tofu. I hope it will be useful to you!

Contents of this article

1. The benefits and functions of stinky tofu

2. How to preserve stinky tofu

3. What should you pay attention to when eating stinky tofu?

The benefits and functions of stinky tofu

Stinky tofu is made from high-quality soybeans. The production process is relatively complicated. The soybeans go through ten processes, including screening, shelling, soaking, grinding, filtering, boiling, slurrying, forming, cutting, and fermentation. Chenggong stinky tofu has a soft and smooth texture and exudes a unique fragrance. The ancestors praised it as "the taste is more than delicious, and it is not to be passed on to jade food." It not only has high nutritional value, but also has good medicinal value. Ancient medical books record that stinky tofu can benefit the qi in the cold, harmonize the spleen and stomach, relieve bloating and pain, clear away heat and disperse blood, and relieve turbid qi in the large intestine. Regular consumption can enhance physical fitness and beautify the skin.

How to store stinky tofu

1. If you don’t eat it immediately, you can put the tofu into the refrigerator and store it at low temperature. The storage time should not be too long, about two days will be enough.

2. Place the tofu in a cool and ventilated place, change the water frequently every day, and add a little salt after changing the water. It can be stored for at least two days in summer and at least three or four days in winter.

3. Boil salt water and soak the tofu after it cools down. When it is completely soaked, it can be stored for about two days. It is best to put it in the refrigerator. But remember, you can add no salt or a little salt when cooking.

What should you pay attention to when eating stinky tofu?

1. When making stinky tofu, the sealing material must have a certain degree of air permeability, such as lotus leaves, gauze, etc., and do not use airtight materials such as plastic film to avoid the survival and reproduction of Clostridium difficile.

2. Before eating, it is best to steam the stinky tofu in a pot for half an hour to kill Clostridium botulinum.

3. Do not eat too much stinky tofu at one time to limit the intake of toxic bacteria and prevent poisoning.

4. After eating stinky tofu, you can eat more fresh vegetables, fruits, etc.